Navigating ADHD Medication in Adulthood - Pros, Cons, and Alternatives

Should I take ADHD medication and supplements?

This week, I’m discussing this all-important subject.

After an ADHD diagnosis, one of the first things we think about is whether or not to try medication.

This is a big topic. 

And each person is different. 

So, join me as we navigate ADHD medication in adulthood - the pros, cons and alternatives. 

I must clarify that I am a coach. I'm also somebody who takes ADHD medication. But I am not a doctor. I am not a psychiatrist, psychologist or nutritionist. None of the information in this podcast should be used to make any decisions about your treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional who deals specifically with the topic that you are facing right now.

Here are the highlights:

(3:47) The effects of ADHD medication

(10:17) ADHD medication and supplements

(16:47) Responsible use of medication

(24:17) The pros and cons of ADHD medication

Medication - explainer articles:

Main kinds of medication:

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/how-adhd-medication-works

Non-stimulant medication:

https://www.verywellmind.com/non-stimulant-adhd-medication-20884

New triple reuptake inhibitor medication:

https://www.drugtopics.com/view/novel-adhd-therapy-more-tolerable-less-effective-than-current-treatment-options#

Safely using Omega 3:

https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-and-fish-oil-supplements-whats-a-safe-dosage/#:~:text=Although%20one%20Japanese%20study%20gave,3%20intake%20to%20that%20level.

Fish oil or medication study:

https://www.kcl.ac.uk/omega-3-fish-oil-as-effective-for-attention-as-drugs-for-some-children-with-adhd

Exercise:

https://lightbulbadhd.com/blog/adhd-and-exercise-xPF6j

https://www.additudemag.com/the-adhd-exercise-solution/

Mehren A, Reichert M, Coghill D, Müller HHO, Braun N, Philipsen A. Physical exercise in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - evidence and implications for the treatment of borderline personality disorder. Borderline Personal Disord Emot Dysregul. 2020 Jan 6;7:1. doi: 10.1186/s40479-019-0115-2. PMID: 31921425; PMCID: PMC6945516.

Sleep:

https://lightbulbadhd.com/blog/adhd-and-sleep-problems-in-adults

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/mental-health/adhd-and-sleep

Community:

Harpin, VA The effect of ADHD on the life of an individual, their family, and community from preschool to adult life, Arch Dis Child 2005;90(Suppl I):i2–i7. doi: 10.1136/adc.2004.059006

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/adhd-support-groups

Bisset, M., Winter, L., Middeldorp, C. M., Coghill, D., Zendarski, N., Bellgrove, M. A., & Sciberras, E. (2022). Recent Attitudes toward ADHD in the Broader Community: A Systematic Review. Journal of Attention Disorders, 26(4), 537-548. https://doi.org/10.1177/10870547211003671

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